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How to Import a Chinese EV to Ghana (2026)
What you need to know before importing a new or used Chinese EV to Ghana: import rules, duties and taxes, homologation, ports, shipping from China and the documents to prepare.
At a glance
- Import of new cars
- Allowed
- Import of used cars
- Allowed with restrictions
- Age limit for used cars
- From 1 October 2026, the Ghana Standards Authority bans the import of used vehicles 15 years and older. This replaces an earlier 10-year proposal.
- Duties and taxes
- Import duty is charged on the CIF value and depends on engine capacity and fuel type. VAT is charged on the duty-inclusive value. The GRA page does not list a separate rate for electric cars.
- Homologation and standards
- From 1 October 2026, every used vehicle must be inspected in its country of origin by a GSA-approved inspection body, which issues a Certificate of Conformity (CoC).
- Driving side
- Right-hand traffic (left-hand drive cars)
- Ports of entry
- Tema
- Shipping from China
- 33–43 days at sea
- Documents required
- 3 main documents
- Dealers listed
- 0
Dealers in Ghana
No Zeekr dealership in Ghana is listed in our directory yet. Importing may be the only way to buy some models.
Import of new cars to Ghana
New cars can be imported into Ghana. GRA charges import duty on the CIF value according to engine capacity and fuel type.
Sources · verified October 16, 2026
Import of used cars to Ghana
Used vehicles can be imported. GRA charges an examination fee of 1% of CIF on used vehicles and applies an overage penalty, based on CIF value, to older vehicles.
Sources · verified October 16, 2026
Age limit for used cars to Ghana
From 1 October 2026, the Ghana Standards Authority bans the import of used vehicles 15 years and older. This replaces an earlier 10-year proposal.
- Vehicles shipped before 1 October 2026 are not affected, even if they arrive later.
Import duties and taxes in Ghana
Import duty is charged on the CIF value and depends on engine capacity and fuel type. VAT is charged on the duty-inclusive value. The GRA page does not list a separate rate for electric cars.
| Tax | Rate or amount |
|---|---|
| Import duty – petrol cars up to 1,000 cc | 5% |
| Import duty – petrol cars 1,000–3,000 cc | 10% |
| Import duty – petrol cars over 3,000 cc | 20% |
| VAT | 12.5% |
| NHIL | 2.5% |
| GETFund levy | 2.5% |
| ECOWAS levy | 0.5% |
| AU levy | 0.2% |
| EXIM levy | 0.75% |
| Special import levy | 2% |
| Examination fee (used vehicles) | 1% |
Sources · verified October 16, 2026
Homologation and standards
From 1 October 2026, every used vehicle must be inspected in its country of origin by a GSA-approved inspection body, which issues a Certificate of Conformity (CoC).
- Vehicles damaged by flood or fire, or with a broken, cracked, bent or twisted chassis or safety cage, are barred.
- Vehicles without a speedometer reading in km/h are barred.
Sources · verified October 16, 2026
Left-hand or right-hand drive?
Ghana drives on the right. Right-hand-steering vehicles are not allowed under customs law unless the Minister of Trade grants a dispensation, and they must then be converted to left-hand drive before use on Ghana's roads.
Sources · verified October 16, 2026
Ports of entry in Ghana
- Tema
Sources · verified October 16, 2026
Documents required
- Bill of lading or waybill
- Vehicle title
- Chassis number (VIN), make, model and year, used to assess the duty in ICUMS
Sources · verified October 16, 2026
Shipping a car from China to Ghana
Container schedules from Shanghai to Tema average about 33 days at sea; China-to-Ghana sailings range from 36 to 43 days depending on the route. Clearance comes on top.
- Indicative transit time33–43 days
Sources · verified October 16, 2026
Buy locally or import?
| Criteria | Local dealer | Import from China |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | No dealer listed yet | Models sold in China, if they meet local rules |
| Taxes | Included in the dealer price | Paid at customs (see above) |
| Delivery time | Depends on dealer stock | About 33–43 days at sea, plus clearance |
| Paperwork | Handled by the dealer | Customs, homologation and registration |
Zeekr prices in China
| Model | China price |
|---|---|
| Zeekr X | $24,000 – $27,100 |
| Zeekr 7X | $35,400 – $41,500 |
| Zeekr 7GT | $31,400 – $37,500 |
| Zeekr 001 | $41,500 – $56,200 |
| Zeekr 007 | $31,400 – $37,500 |
| Zeekr 009 | $67,700 – $72,300 |
China prices are ranges from the cheapest to the dearest version, based on China prices and exporter quotes (November 2026), with a small margin. Freight, insurance, duties and taxes are extra. Compare Zeekr prices by region.
Xiaomi prices in China
| Model | China price |
|---|---|
| Xiaomi SU7 | $33,900 – $46,800 |
| Xiaomi SU7 Ultra | $81,500 |
| Xiaomi YU7 | $35,900 – $50,800 |
| Xiaomi YU7 GT | $60,000 |
China prices are ranges from the cheapest to the dearest version, based on China prices and exporter quotes (November 2026), with a small margin. Freight, insurance, duties and taxes are extra. Compare Xiaomi prices by region.
How to import a Chinese EV to Ghana, step by step
- 1
Check that your car can be imported
New cars: Allowed. Used cars: Allowed with restrictions. From 1 October 2026, the Ghana Standards Authority bans the import of used vehicles 15 years and older. This replaces an earlier 10-year proposal.
- 2
Choose the model and the right steering side
Right-hand traffic (left-hand drive cars). Make sure the car you buy matches it.
- 3
Estimate the landed cost
Add the purchase price, export fees, sea freight, insurance, import duty, taxes and registration costs before you commit.
- 4
Ship the car
Main ports of entry: Tema. Expect about 33–43 days at sea from China.
- 5
Clear customs
Prepare the documents listed above and pay the duties and taxes at clearance.
- 6
Homologate and register
From 1 October 2026, every used vehicle must be inspected in its country of origin by a GSA-approved inspection body, which issues a Certificate of Conformity (CoC).
FAQ: importing an electric car to Ghana
Can I import a right-hand-drive Chinese EV to Ghana?
No, unless the Minister of Trade grants a dispensation. The vehicle must then be converted to left-hand drive before it can be used on Ghana's roads.
How old can a used car be to enter Ghana?
From 1 October 2026, used vehicles 15 years and older are banned. Vehicles shipped before that date are not affected.
What taxes apply when importing a car to Ghana?
GRA charges import duty on the CIF value by engine capacity, then VAT at 12.5% plus levies such as NHIL, GETFund, ECOWAS, AU, EXIM and a special import levy. Used vehicles also pay a 1% examination fee.